Doctor insights on:
Leg Pain When Sitting On Toilet

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Nerve compression:
Although there are several possible causes, if the pain is in the back of the leg (and maybe even down the leg into the foot), it is possible that the sciatic nerveis getting compressed by the toilet seat in the region of your buttock. See your doctor to rule out other causes.
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Varies:
It really varies a lot and there are a lot of possible causes. It usually indicates that the position you are putting your leg in when you sit is uncomfortable. This can be from an abnormality in your leg or in some cases it can be normal. Don't hesitate to be seen for an exam.
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Possible but unlikel:
Typically, leg pain when sitting for extended periods of time is due to venous pooling in the limbs, which causes an increase in venous pressure, leading to a wide variety of symptoms, such as aching, heaviness, cramping, fatigue. Etc it is possible to develop superficial blood clots, known as phlebitis, or less likely the more serious dvt, or deep vein thrombosis. See a dr for us to be sure.
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Many possibilities:
Leg pain that is the result of muscular strain, inflammation, or other types of injury is common when beginning use after being immobile. The muscles contract when they are at rest and often need to be stretched when beginning usage. However, many types of sciatica, nerve pain caused by compression within the spine, can also be worse in the seated position. Your doctor can identify the problem.
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Sciatica:
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — which branches from your lower back through your hips and buttocks and down each leg. Typically, sciatica affects only one side of your body.
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Leg pain and sitting:
One of the worst habits in the US is too much sitting and driving. Puts a lot of strain on our lower backs. Walking and exercise are very helpful so keep it up.Good luck
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Lots of causes:
Depending on which part of your leg hurts, and what position you have been sitting in, there are multiple potential causes. With this information, and with a physical exam, a physiatrist or sports med doc can help determine the cause. Can range from muscle cramps from decreased blood flow to tight muscles to an irritated nerve.
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Hmmm:
Leg pain could be coming from your back. If it is associated with inability to control your urine then that could be a neurological emergency. Please see your doctor as soon as possible to consider back, urinary issues.
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Have it evaluated:
There are many possible causes of your leg pain. Too little info to go on to try to try to diagnose. In general, if leg pain is causing to limp it is time to have it evaluated by a physician. Good luck.
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Need more history:
First of all is this problem in both legs? Is there a history of trauma to the leg or back? If symptoms are bilateral then something like peripheral neuropathy could be considered. It usually starts in foot sole and moves proximally. If there is history of trauma then a process like RSD/CRPS could be considered and people express hyperalgesia, allodynia, Lumbar radiculopathy is also possible.
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Nerve impingement:
Back pain is common and is often treated with core strengthening. However, when it is accompanied by pain radiating down a leg, it suggests lumbar nerve impingement as well.
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Possibly:
Sitting Indian style could cause some irritation to nerves, muscles, and possibly circulation. Suggestion would be to move around more or sit in that style for less time and shift positions which could alleviate your complaints. Good luck
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JUICE AND BANANA:
Is it a muscle cramps or joint pain? Depend where the pain was, was it in the calf or in joint knee or ankle. Make sure you stay hydrated eat banana and drink orange juice take Motrin for the joint pain if no improvement see your pcp.
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Several Possible:
Abdominal cramps have many reasons, However, when they are localized to the pelvis and one side, then the concern increases about an ovarian cyst or other pelvic issues. A gyn exam and vaginal ultrasound is very helpful to eliminate problems that need to be treated and/or followed. Seeing a GYN doctor if your symptoms persist or get worse is a good idea.
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Interesting.:
The problem may be from a couple of things. Dehydration can cause leg pain. Taking supplements such as creatine can cause leg pain. Overweight can cause leg cramping. Drinking alcohol causes pain. If its not red and swollen, then its not infected. It has to be with something in your lifestyle that you are doing too much of, or not enough of something else.
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? peripheral sciatica:
Much has been written on this site about piriformis syndrome causing sciatic nervecompression, and your description is consistent. Also, might suffer sacroiliac problems. Suggest you seek out an osteopathic physician, get both evaluated and treated. You may have anxiety, but that is not causing your buttock and leg issues.
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See vein specialist.:
The best way to determine if you have any vein problem would be to see a vein specialist and have a full venous evaluation including a venous reflux ultrasound to look for any signs of venous reflux or insufficiency. Vein problems can occur at any age and there is usually a strong genetic history. Vein symptoms can also be vague so you should see a vein specialist.
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See Podiatrist:
Could be that you need more support for your feet in the form of shoes and/or inserts. Possible related to an arthritity or bursitis. See podiatrist for complete exam and treatment options.
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Hip, muscle, nerve:
I'd love to be able to help you, but a more thorough history, physical exam and x-rays will be necessary to give you more answers. A doctor's visit with an orthopedic and/or sports med doctor will likely be your best bet. If I can be of further help, then join my care team and virtual practice at www. Healthtap. Com/dr-clarkeholmes
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Plantar fasciitis:
This may be planter fasciitis and that is the reason you're having this type of pain. You will need to have an a valuation by her physician and possibly see a foot specialist is your foot orthopedic surgeon are podiatrist. You will need imaging, and physical therapy, teaching you to ice massage under your foot to use a ruler or a tennis ball to help
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Sciatica:
As you have described, my first diagnosis would be sciatic nerve irritation, or sciatica. Many times this can be easily treated with physical therapy. Go see your primary care physician for initial evaluation. That will determine if you need pt and even further evaluation with an mri.
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Possibly....:
Possibly scoliosis, or muscle spasms from bad posture. You might want to look into the alexander technique for some great posture exercises. This is especially important for people who work at the computer a lot. See: http://sgoti. Ws/soka1j or google search.
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Flexibility Issue:
There are 2 reasonably unique muscles in the lower body- the hamstrings and calves (gastrocnemius). What makes them unique is that these two muscles cross 2 major joints, which makes them hard to keep stretched out. When we sit, these 2 muscles tighten. Then, when we stand to walk, we are too tight to be comfortably upright. You have got to stay loose throughout the day. Stretch 3-5x each day.
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See a back doctor:
Although your symptoms could be related to a number of possible problems, I am quite suspicious of a back related issue. I suggest you be seen by a doctor in your area that specializes in back related issues.
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Unlikely:
Unlikely to be DVT. Most likely a nerve pain. Will help if you can provide more information. What is your height and weight? Any back injury? What is the quality of pain? Is it like a shooting pain?
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3 possible sources:
Foot pain can come from local (foot) issues, from nerves that go to the foot or from the spine. If there is back or leg pain as well, look to the lumbar spine discs or the sciatic or peroneal nerves as the source of pain. If the pain is only in the foot, it could be nerves, tendons or joints of the foot. Since you wrote "feet" pain, I would worry about peripheral neuropathy from diabetes.
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MRI:
Which part of the body was the MRI performed? It should be have been done at the lumbo sacral region of your low back.Sound like a nerve root compression. You may require an epidural block.Apply ice to your low back to see if symptoms improve for now along with an anti inflammatory for pain if not allergic.
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Maybe vascular probl:
You may have a problem with your circulation.I would need more info. How much do you weight. Do you have pain in your calf while walking or at rest. Or both? Does it hurt when you are in bed. Do you have any medical conditions?
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Usually musculoskele:
Two broad categories include musculoskeletal and neuropathic, which may both be triggered by a variety of other problems and organ systems. Example; is it degenerative, autoimmune, metabolic, neoplastic, trauma, or infectious. Only a thorough examination will be able to determine the cause.
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Many causes. Visit MD:
There are many causes for leg pain, including vascular causes, neurologic problems, muscle strain, arthritis, tendinitis, & others. A good exam should help delineate the cause. You'll need to see a doctor & go over your history (what started the pain, where it's located, what makes it worse, what makes it better, what helps, what hurts) to get to the bottom of it. It can b done w/o fancy MRI/tests
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